Protein (Urine, Qualitative)
The qualitative urine protein test uses a dipstick to detect the presence of protein in urine. Normally, very little protein passes into urine.
Category: Urinalysis
Also known as: urine protein qual, urine protein qualitative, urine protein screen, protein urine dipstick, proteini u urinu, belančevine
Reference range: 0–0 (Source: ABIM)
High values may indicate
Positive urine protein may indicate kidney disease, urinary tract infection, preeclampsia, heart failure, or multiple myeloma.
Low values may indicate
Negative urine protein is normal and indicates healthy kidney filtration.
Frequently asked questions
- What is a normal Protein (Urine, Qualitative) level?
- A typical reference range for Protein (Urine, Qualitative) is 0–0 (source: ABIM). Reference ranges vary by laboratory, age, and sex, so always compare against the range on your own lab report.
- Where do Protein (Urine, Qualitative) reference ranges come from?
- BloodId uses ABIM standard reference ranges and educational information from MedlinePlus (see our methodology). Reference ranges still vary by lab, age, and sex, so always compare against your own report.
- Can I track Protein (Urine, Qualitative) over time?
- Yes. Upload results from any lab and BloodId charts your Protein (Urine, Qualitative) over time against its reference range, so you can see whether the trend is rising, falling, or stable.
Related biomarkers
Source: MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine
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